Question1

Which key components of the South African legislation would you change/amend to improve environmental management? Give detailed reasons for your answer. (20 Marks)

Question 2

How would you suggest local municipalities are supported to improve environmental protection at a local level? Give detailed reasons for your answer. (20 Marks)

Question 3

Analyse the case study related to a South African environmental legal challenge, outlining the legal issues involved and lessons to be learnt from it.

Hocom Properties (Pty) Ltd v The MEC: Gauteng Department of Economic Development, Environmental, Agricultural and Rural Development and Another (23729/20) [2022]ZAGPJHC 267 (22 April 2022) found here:https://www.saflii.org/za/cases/ZAGPJHC/2022/267.html (20 Marks)

Question 4

Evaluate the alignment of South African environmental legislation with international standards, highlighting areas of convergence and divergence. (20 Marks)

Question 5

How could South African companies be incentivised to improve their environmental management beyond legislative compliance. (20 Marks)